Chicken breast stewed in sour cream
Description
This classic recipe for chicken fillet stewed in sour cream has one special feature—the sauce. Aromatic and piquant, it gives the chicken a unique flavor.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. First, wash, dry, and cut the chicken breast into medium pieces. If desired, the recipe for chicken fillet stewed in sour cream can be slightly modified by using not only the breast but also other parts of the chicken. The only thing to keep in mind is that the cooking time may increase.
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Step 2
2. Peel the onion and cut it into small cubes. Since the onion will be simmered, there's no need to finely chop it, even if the dish is intended for children who don't like onions. During cooking, the onion will absorb the chicken juices and sauce, becoming incredibly flavorful.
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Step 3
3. Pour a little vegetable oil into a frying pan and add the chicken breast. You can optionally use butter. Fry the chicken for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Step 4
4. Place the onion on the slightly fried fillet. You can also prepare chicken fillet stewed in sour cream at home with carrots, bell pepper, and tomato, for example. Fry the chicken with onion for about 5-7 minutes.
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Step 5
5. The main component of this dish is the sauce. Season the sour cream with salt and pepper to taste. Add peeled garlic, pressed through a garlic press, along with a little mustard and nutmeg. Mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 6
6. Add the sour cream sauce to the skillet and bring to a boil. Simmer the fillets over low heat until cooked through. Depending on the size of the pieces, this will take 10 to 20 minutes. Serve the dish with any side dish (or as a standalone meal if you add more vegetables), garnished with fresh herbs.